Tiles, types of materials

🤯 Tiles: What You Need to Know 

At Vetonek.com, we get straight to the point. Tile comes down to two questions: Where are you going to put it? and What is it made of?

Here you have the table that summarizes 90% of the ceramic industry:

Material Key Composition Main Use Water Absorption Quick Verdict
Porcelain Stoneware Pure clays + Feldspar (Extreme Firing) Flooring and Wall Coverings (Interior and Exterior) Very Low (Non-porous)

 

The King. Maximum strength and versatility. 1

 
Red Body / Tiles Clay with high Iron Oxide Wall Covering (Interior) High

 

Wall Only. The traditional option, limited aesthetics. 2

 
White Body Clay with low Iron content Wall Covering (Interior) Medium-High Wall Only. Allows more defined colors.

💎 Why Does Porcelain Win?

It is manufactured at extreme temperatures3, which gives it unbeatable density and performance:

Extreme Hardness: Resistant to wear and stains. 

Total Versatility: Suitable for indoor, outdoor, and high-traffic areas.

Weatherproof: Its low water absorption makes it frost-resistant.

🛠️ Special Cases (Normal Stoneware and Natural Materials)

Normal / Extruded Stoneware: Similar to porcelain, but with slightly different absorption properties.

Natural Stone (Marble, Granite, etc.): Every stone is a world of its own. Durability and maintenance vary dramatically. They require sealing and specific care.

Hydraulic / Cement: These are decorative tiles that are not fired; they are set by pressure. Perfect for vintage patterns and decoration.

Vetonek Conclusion: If paving, choose Porcelain Stoneware. If cladding interior walls, Red or White Body is a valid, more economical, and lighter option.

an image of tiles and their main material, one made of porcelain stoneware which is a single material and the other of body with ceramic coating

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